New York bills · 2025 Regular Session
New York A 740
Relates to providing for the legal ownership of a companion animal
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Linda Rosenthal (Democratic)
Summary
Official abstract published by the New York legislature
Allows a court to determine legal ownership of a companion animal, taking into consideration the well-being of the companion animal, during proceedings for dissolution of marriage, legal separation and proceedings commenced by individuals who have both resided with the companion animal.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
No recorded votes on this bill.
Actions
- Jan 7, 2026 · House
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY - Jan 8, 2025 · House
REFERRED TO JUDICIARY